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Lex Franken

1916 – 1990

Dutch water polo player

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About Lex Franken

Lived 1916 – 1990 (aged 74). Lex Franken was a Dutch water polo player.

Alexander "Lex" Franken (1 April 1916 – 6 November 1990) was a Dutch water polo player who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics. Born in Utrecht, he was part of the Dutch team which finished fifth in the 1936 tournament. He played all seven matches.

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Important facts

Born

1 April 1916, Utrecht

Birth century

20th century

Died

6 November 1990, Krefeld

Occupation

Water polo player

Nationality

Kingdom of the Netherlands

Also known as

Alexander Franken, Alexander "Lex" Franken

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Lex Franken's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Lex Franken?

Dutch water polo player (1916–1990)

When was Lex Franken born?

Lex Franken was born on 1 April 1916 in Utrecht.

When did Lex Franken die?

Lex Franken died on 6 November 1990 in Krefeld.

What was Lex Franken's occupation?

Lex Franken was a water polo player.

What nationality was Lex Franken?

Lex Franken was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lex Franken

· Wikidata: Q2023894

· DBpedia: Lex Franken

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